Getting rid of all the grass and planting a new ground covering, even in a small area, is not a small project. Minimizing your turf lawn-or replacing it altogether-can be a major undertaking. And there are plenty of options-everything from red clover as an eco-friendly lawn alternative and managed meadows to ornamental grasses and flower beds, all sharing sustainability as a common denominator. The developing water shortage crisis in the United States has prompted many homeowners to turn to low-maintenance lawn alternatives. Plus, they’re total water guzzlers-most lawns require about 1.5 inches of water per week just to survive! SUSTAINABLE LANDSCAPES WITHOUT ALL THE WORK Standard grass lawns are extremely tough on the environment.They need frequent mowing and maintenance, resulting in toxic emissions (get this: 17 million gallons of gasoline are spilled annually while refueling lawn mowers). But it’s more than just money out of your pocket. The perks of traditional turf lawns, however, come with some serious costs -like fuel for mowers, fertilizers, pesticides, and watering, just to name a few. Is there any better feeling than walking barefoot through soft grass, or laying out a blanket on the lawn and feeling the sun on your face? In fact, spending time walking on the earth, or grounding, has tremendous benefits for your overall health and well being. There’s nothing quite like a lushly landscaped, big, beautiful lawn.
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